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Buyer - Business Services (long leave cover)
Airbus Portugal SA
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Job Description: We are now looking for a Buyer - Business Services (long leave cover) to onboard our GBS. Purpose/ Mission In this role, you will apply your established knowledge and experience within the procurement discipline to support trans-national procurement strategies. Your core mission is to act as an extended member of the central Procurement function for Tactical Sourcing and Contract Management activities. Operating with a moderate level of guidance, you will resolve operational problems using existing solutions and continuously build upon your knowledge of the organization while actively contributing to process improvements. Responsibilities - your mission * Act as an extended member of the central Procurement function (Indirect) for Tactical Sourcing and Contract Management activities for the assigned scope. * Manage or support the Call for Tender (CFT) and supplier selection process in a fair competition mode and according to Airbus Procurement processes. * Support the drafting and negotiation of the relevant contracts/ generic terms and conditions with suppliers. * On request, process standard NDAs (Non-Disclosure Agreements) for various projects. * Manage the annual release of applicable contractual requirements and documents lists (cARL, cADL) and launching actions in case of need. * Ensure deliverables (goods/services) are in line with the contractual terms (cost, time, quality). * Support long-term alignment of the preferred supplier base with the long-term trans-national and trans-divisional strategic needs of Airbus. * Ensure and report achievement of saving targets in accordance with SLAs. * Optimize bundling opportunities to leverage the buying power of the Group and contribute to local for global initiatives. * Ensure regular two-way communication with strategic buyers in central Procurement commodities. * Contribute to innovation and digitalization in the procurement process through the deployment of state-of-the-art processes and tools. Requirements - our ideal candidate will have * The jobholder should have a Procurement background of minimum 2 to 5 years and the potential to be developed in the core countries in the Procurement function. * The ability to work effectively while receiving a moderate level of guidance rather than requiring strict supervision or having total independence. Demonstrated capability to resolve problems using existing solutions. A proactive approach to continuing to build knowledge of the organization. * In terms of Hard skills, the jobholder will demonstrate a strong ability in Tendering process, Advanced negotiation, Legal/Contracting and SRM (supplier relationship management). He/she will bring good knowledge in Export Control and Sustainability laws and regulations. He/she will demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills, and will be fluent in English both written and verbal. French and/or German would be a plus. He/she will be easily adaptable to the Airbus E2E Procurement tools (Coupa suite, SAP, E-Proc and Airsupply) and will be used to Google suite. * In terms of Soft skills, the jobholder will be "delivery" oriented with a strong focus on customers’ satisfaction. He/she will have a strong ability to convince and influence, communicate effectively. He/she will be a team player and will be comfortable with remote working. * He/she will always act with integrity and equity in the supplier selection process, in full compliance with processes and regulations. A specific attention will be brought to the Ethics of the jobholder. In his/her role, he/she is engaging Airbus legally, financially and in terms of image. * The jobholder may have to travel up to once a month to the core countries of Airbus (France, Germany, Spain and UK). Your application * Candidates must submit their application exclusively in English. Benefits - what’s in it for you * Diverse career opportunities within Airbus European core countries or in other regions around the world. * A hybrid working model, allowing you to combine onsite and offsite work. * A modern office, well connected to public transportation. * A motivated and fun crew to grow and build and shape the AGBS together. * An intense and exciting onboarding experience. This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth. Company: Airbus Portugal SA Employment Type: Fixed term ------- Experience Level: Professional Job Family: Sourcing, Buying and Ordering <JF-SM-SP> By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [emsom@airbus.com](mailto:emsom@airbus.com). At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking. Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. 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